New Vermont Moms Encouraged to Participate in text4baby

BURLINGTON – Pregnant women and new moms can now get free tips and information by signing up for a new mobile information service called text4baby.

The text messages – available at no charge to subscribers – are tailored to expectant mothers and focus on a wide range of topics including immunization, nutrition, flu, mental health, preventing birth defects, oral health and safe sleep.

“This is an excellent use of social media to reach out to women with information to help them care for their health and give their babies the best possible start in life,” said Breena Holmes, MD, maternal and child health director for the Health Department.